In his mailbag, Dave D'Alessandro writes that Mikhail Prokhorov's fortune may be "nine or 15 or 25 billion (we’re hearing newer and higher figures)". Indeed there's evidence the Nets' prospective owner's net worth is climbing to stratospheric levels. He's still not in charge and a lot can happen but even a glance at financial websites suggests if and when Prokhorov takes over, he'll be the richest owner in pro sports.
- Is Mikhail Prokhorov Getting Richer? - Net Income - NetsDaily Blog